The share of top grades rose in England, Wales and Northern Ireland

Percentage of pass grades 7-9 (A-A* equivalent)

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Guardian graphicSource: Joint Council for Qualifications. Base: all students sitting GCSEs. Proportions are based on grades 4 and above among students sitting their GCSEs in England and C and above grades in Wales and Northern Ireland